The Greatest Love Story Ever Told: An Oral History
*A New York Times Bestseller*
Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman reveal the full story behind their epic romance—presented in a series of intimate conversations between the couple, including photos, anecdotes, and the occasional puzzle.
The year: 2000. The setting: Los Angeles. A gorgeous virtuoso of an actress agreed to star in a random play, and a basement-dwelling scenic carpenter said he would assay a supporting role in the selfsame pageant. At the first rehearsal she surveyed her fellow cast members, determining if any of the men might qualify to provide her with a satisfying fling. Her gaze fell upon the carpenter, and like a bolt of lightning the thought struck her: no dice. Moving on.
Yet, unbeknownst to our protagonists, Cupid had merely set down his bow and picked up a rocket launcher...that fired a love rocket (not a euphemism). The players were Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, and the resulting romance, once ignited, was...epic. Beyond epic. It resulted in a coupling that has endured to this day; a sizzling, perpetual tryst that has captivated the world with its kindness, athleticism, astonishingly low-brow humor, and true (fire emoji) passion.
How did they do it? They came from completely different families, ignored a significant age difference, and were separated by the gulf of several social strata. Megan loved books and art history; Nick loved hammers. But much more than these seemingly unsurpassable obstacles were the values they held in common: respect, decency, the ability to mention genitalia in almost any context, and an abiding obsession with the songs of Tom Waits.
Eighteen years later, they're still very much in love and have finally decided to reveal the philosophical mountains they have conquered, the lessons they've learned, and the myriad jigsaw puzzles they've completed. Presented as an oral history in a series of conversations between the couple, the book features anecdotes, hijinks, photos, and a veritable grab bag of tomfoolery. This is not only the intoxicating book that Mullally's and Offerman's fans have been waiting for, it might just hold the solution to the greatest threat facing our modern world: the single life.
Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman reveal the full story behind their epic romance—presented in a series of intimate conversations between the couple, including photos, anecdotes, and the occasional puzzle.
The year: 2000. The setting: Los Angeles. A gorgeous virtuoso of an actress agreed to star in a random play, and a basement-dwelling scenic carpenter said he would assay a supporting role in the selfsame pageant. At the first rehearsal she surveyed her fellow cast members, determining if any of the men might qualify to provide her with a satisfying fling. Her gaze fell upon the carpenter, and like a bolt of lightning the thought struck her: no dice. Moving on.
Yet, unbeknownst to our protagonists, Cupid had merely set down his bow and picked up a rocket launcher...that fired a love rocket (not a euphemism). The players were Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, and the resulting romance, once ignited, was...epic. Beyond epic. It resulted in a coupling that has endured to this day; a sizzling, perpetual tryst that has captivated the world with its kindness, athleticism, astonishingly low-brow humor, and true (fire emoji) passion.
How did they do it? They came from completely different families, ignored a significant age difference, and were separated by the gulf of several social strata. Megan loved books and art history; Nick loved hammers. But much more than these seemingly unsurpassable obstacles were the values they held in common: respect, decency, the ability to mention genitalia in almost any context, and an abiding obsession with the songs of Tom Waits.
Eighteen years later, they're still very much in love and have finally decided to reveal the philosophical mountains they have conquered, the lessons they've learned, and the myriad jigsaw puzzles they've completed. Presented as an oral history in a series of conversations between the couple, the book features anecdotes, hijinks, photos, and a veritable grab bag of tomfoolery. This is not only the intoxicating book that Mullally's and Offerman's fans have been waiting for, it might just hold the solution to the greatest threat facing our modern world: the single life.
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Community Reviews
Donât read it, listen to it! Theyâre 2 people who truly in love with each other and itâs refreshing to listen to them. Greatest love story ever told indeed (and great advises in there too).
You will laugh your way through this book. I listened on audio and enjoyed hearing them tell the stories. A glimpse inside a more private couple.
The authors/partners deliver exactly as promise: an oral history of intimate banter openly discussing all aspects of their partnership. Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman have a relationship those dream of; supportive, encouraging, understanding, and playful. The book is set up more like an open interview that I wish I was watching them in their own voices instead reading their words on a page.
Okay, DISCLAIMER: I had no idea who Megan Mullally was by name alone. When she mentioned Will & Grace, I soon realized, but I was unaware in the beginning
I picked up this book because I’m a parks and recs fan, so anything with Nick Offerman is worth checking out, and since I was driving to my mom’s house a couple hours away I needed an audiobook. This book isn’t my all time favorite, but if you’re wanting a quick listen it’s perfect. As comedians Nick and Megan do a fantastic job narrating their love story. They embellish, they joke, they truly seem to enjoy one another’s company. It’s not the best literature out there, but definitely worth a listen!!
I picked up this book because I’m a parks and recs fan, so anything with Nick Offerman is worth checking out, and since I was driving to my mom’s house a couple hours away I needed an audiobook. This book isn’t my all time favorite, but if you’re wanting a quick listen it’s perfect. As comedians Nick and Megan do a fantastic job narrating their love story. They embellish, they joke, they truly seem to enjoy one another’s company. It’s not the best literature out there, but definitely worth a listen!!
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